Iowa Society of Certified Public Accountants

ISCPA wants to hear from you! We're asking all members to complete an online member survey, and there's a chance to win a Visa gift card just for doing so! Visit www.iacpa.org/membersurvey by Sept. 30.

We are excited to welcome these new members to the Iowa Society of CPAs. Explore all that ISCPA offers to stay informed and engaged in the accounting profession. We're here to support your growth and success! ⁠www.iacpa.org⁠
Phil Carpenter⁠
Ken Galbraith⁠
Ross Grekoff⁠
Kevin Judas⁠
Erin Kiefer⁠
Shannon Larson⁠
Nicole Muhlhausen⁠
Lesley Pearson⁠
Alli Platte⁠
Nicole Ryan⁠
Courtney Schaffer⁠
Valerie Stam⁠
Hannah Van Meeteren⁠
Kalvin York⁠
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Affiliates⁠
Olivia Barnes⁠
Skyler Groen⁠
Bryce Hower⁠
Maria Kircher⁠
Brenda Ksiazek⁠
Michelle Mroz⁠
Katie Oosterhuis⁠
Mechelle Parra⁠
Jack Peterson⁠
Jade Redlinger⁠
Daniel Richter⁠
Max Rooney⁠
Paige Washburn

Shout out to the ISCPA LEAP and Month of Service Committee members who teamed up for volunteer work at Easterseals Iowa/Camp Sunnyside! In addition to some groundskeeping, the group learned more about the important role Easterseals Iowa plays in supporting special needs and disabled individuals and families in our area. CPAs Month of Service is in full swing and we love seeing all the work happening in our communities.

It's not too late to join us for the Fall CPE Conference on Sept. 19-20 in Cedar Rapids. Craft your own agenda to align with your desired professional development goals for a unique opportunity to take your skills to new heights. Details at www.iacpa.org/eifc.

Iowa CPAs Month of Service volunteers are making a difference this month! The Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines team recently offered their time volunteering at Bidwell Pantry. We love seeing members serving in their communities!

We need to hear from you! Help shape the future of your membership organization by completing the ISCPA member survey before Sept. 30. Need more incentive? You could win a Visa gift card for participating! Go to www.iacpa.org/membersurvey today.

✨ Dawn P. Latham, IOM, CAE is celebrating 2 years as ISCPA’s CEO. Time flies! Help us congratulate her on this milestone!

🌟 Join Us for Sips & Socialize, an exclusive networking event designed to foster meaningful connections and enhance professional relationships between CPAs, financial industry professionals, bankers, and lawyers!

Whether you’re looking to network, share insights between industries, or simply unwind, this is the perfect opportunity to meet like-minded professionals. Don't miss this chance to expand your network and gain valuable industry insights on Oct. 23 at Either/Or! Thank you to event sponsors BCC Advisers, CFA Society Iowa, Derek Hertges – Member of Principal® Financial Network, Iowa Bankers Association and Iowa State Bar Association Young Leaders Division. As well as our free headshot sponsor The Reserves Network!
👉 Register today at: www.iacpa.org/sas

ISCPA staff are showing their true colors today in preparation for tonight's Tailgate Happy Hour. With the big in-state rivalry game this week, approximately half of our team will be happy with the outcome, and the one in purple won't care.

Join us for the Fall CPE Conference to catch Jeffrey Vaske, founder of CPE Leadership Solutions, lead multiple sessions on empowering team members, self awareness, work-life integration and more. Don't miss seeing him in person Sept. 19-20 in Cedar Rapids. Details at www.iacpa.org/eifc.

This annual event is a member favorite. Register now for ISCPA’s Tailgate Happy Hour on Sept. 5. One lucky member will leave with two tickets to the big game in Iowa City! Grab your coworkers or college friends and celebrate the CPA profession with a side of in-state rivalry. WOW! Great prizes including 2 tickets to the Cy Hawk game thanks to event sponsors: Forge Financial and Management Consulting, Tarbell & Co, and CPACharge. Details at www.iacpa.org/tailgate.

ISCPA student membership offers career connections, mentorship opportunities and opportunities for scholarships and recognition. Oh, and it’s FREE to join! Visit the link to find out more and join today! ⁠www.iacpa.org/future-cpas

With September right around the corner, we have VOLUNTEERING on our minds! Iowa CPAs Month of Service t-shirts have arrived! Shirt pickups are available for all in Polk and Dallas counties. Stop by the ISCPA office to collect. Other counties, watch your mail for a special delivery! www.iacpa.org/MOS

With September right around the corner, we have VOLUNTEERING on our minds! Iowa CPAs Month of Service t-shirts have arrived! We are sorting and getting them ready for you. Beginning Aug. 26, shirt pickups are available for all in Polk and Dallas counties. Stop by the ISCPA office to collect. Other counties, watch your mail for a special delivery! www.iacpa.org/MOS

It was a joy to honor ISCPA staff members Hannah Henderson and Kalli Hurst today for the momentous occasions they are about to experience! Hannah is preparing to welcome her baby girl 👼 and Kalli will tie the knot in a few short weeks. 💍Congrats, Hannah and Kalli! 🎉

Happy 2-year anniversary to Kalli Hurst, our ISCPA Learning and Meetings Manager. She is the engine behind our great conferences and ensures events run smoothly with her planning, experience, and attention to detail. An essential member of our team, she keeps our learning programs at the top of their game and is a great staff liaison to LEAP, our young professionals committee. Congratulations!

Join us for the Fall CPE Conference to catch David Peters, CPA addressing multiple tax topics throughout the event. You might be familiar with his popular podcast, Accountable, offering advice and perspectives on today's financial climate. David was awarded AICPA's Outstanding Facilitator Award in 2021 and 2023. Don't miss seeing him in person Sept. 19-20 in Cedar Rapids. Details at www.iacpa.org/eifc.

Happy 1 year work-iversary to Natalie Harwood, our Member Engagement Coordinator. She jumped right in and has been steering our student member activities and CPA pipeline initiatives from day one. A vital member of our team, she has had a huge impact on outreach efforts and member engagement. Congratulations!

Black+gold, cardinal+gold, blue+white, purple+gold, we welcome all the colors and team fans for ISCPA’s Tailgate Happy Hour on Sept. 5 at The Hall. Enjoy some down time with peers. WOW! Great prizes including 2 tickets to the Cy Hawk game thanks to event sponsors: Forge Financial and Management Consulting, Tarbell & Co, and CPACharge. Be sure to invite friends and register today. Get details at www.iacpa.org/tailgate.

🌟 Register now for our Women's Leadership Series: Women's Equality Day session! 🙌✨ Join us as we honor the incredible achievements of women throughout history and explore how we can continue to advance gender equality in the workplace. Don't miss this empowering opportunity to learn, connect, and grow. www.iacpa.org/wls

Congratulations to Lindsey Haley on 8 years with ISCPA. As Director of Membership and Business Development, she truly sets the bar for member relationships and engagement. Thank you for always putting members first and for contributing to our team's success.

Have you registered for Iowa CPAs Month of Service? To ensure you receive a member volunteer t-shirt, sign up by end of day Friday, Aug. 9! 2024 marks the 10th year of this event supporting communities and service efforts across Iowa in September. Details at www.iacpa.org/MOS.

Connect with other working parents to discuss work-life harmony, managing unique challenges, childcare and more. Designed to offer resources, tips, advice, and camaraderie, the Aug. 15 virtual meeting of this new Working Parents Resource Group dives into useful books for parenting topics. Open to all ISCPA members. Learn more and sign up at www.iacpa.org/wp.

Show off your fandom for the team of your choice at ISCPA’s Tailgate Happy Hour. Invite a friend, socialize with peers, and enjoy prize drawings. Stay after the event for Thursday Trivia at The Hall. Details and registration at www.iacpa.org/tailgate.

Take this opportunity to create a conference agenda specific to your professional learning goals! The ISCPA Fall CPE Conference in Cedar Rapids is elevating your learning experience! Get details at www.iacpa.org/EIFC

Hurry! Register for our annual Iowa CPAs Month of Service today! We are celebrating our 10th year this September. ISCPA members receive a free volunteer t-shirt if signed up by Friday, Aug. 9. Details and registration links at www.iacpa.org/MOS. #

Dr. Celina Peerman, Ph.D. will lead participants through Striving & Thriving: Leading Up, Out, and Across Your Organization at the Emerging Leaders Conference on Aug. 7. Learn the best ways to make an impact from the role you are in. Leave with more confidence, tools, and "words-to-say" for your next conversation. Details at www.iacpa.org/elc

Jason R. Henderson is the Vice President for Extension and Outreach and professor in the Department of Economics at Iowa State University. At the Agriculture Tax & Accounting Conference, he will discuss the drivers of inflation and the prospects for inflation and interest rates heading forward while also exploring the impacts on farm incomes and balance sheets and how farmers are responding to both. Find details at www.iacpa.org/ag.

The ISCPA Emerging Leaders Conference is our premier event for young professionals to explore key skills and strategies, gain knowledge and discover tangible tactics to succeed in your personal and professional roles. Details at www.iacpa.org/ELC.